Nursing Assistant Certified
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CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT */*/****
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
JOB DESCRIPTION
Employee Name:
ALTERNATE TITLE: DEPARTMENT:
JOB CODE: CNAF REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing
POSITION TYPE: Direct Care FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Provide medical or therapeutic care under direction of nursing or clinical staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.
Patient safety is addressed through
Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.
Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.
Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.
Obtain patient’s vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.
Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.
Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.
Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient’s emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.
Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.
Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.
Insure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.
Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.
Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.
Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.
Clean unit as assigned by professional staff, including equipment such as, beds, IV poles and wheelchairs.
Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient medical record.
Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT 1/1/2020
Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests and other members of the health care team.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Additional education or training which results in certification as nursing assistant per state requirements required.
Previous experience in behavioral health setting knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or license, per state requirements.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility. ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
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While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT 1/1/2020
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Never/
Rarely
0%
Occas.
33%
of time
Freq.
45-66%
of time
Contin.
67-100%
of time
LIFT/CARRY
1 to 10 lbs.
11 to 20 lbs.
21 to 50 lbs.
51 to 75 lbs.
76 to 100 lbs.
PUSH/PULL
1 to 10 lbs.
11 to 20 lbs.
21 to 50 lbs.
51 to 75 lbs.
76 to 100 lbs.
MOVEMENT
Bend/Stoop/Twist
Crouch/Squat
Kneel/Crawl
Reach Above Shoulders
Reach Below Shoulders
Repetitive Arm Use
Repetitive Wrist Use
Repetitive Hand Use
a) Grasping
b) Squeezing
Climb Stairs/Ladder
Uneven Walking Surface
Even Walking Surface
Never/
Rarely
0%
Occas.
33%
of time
Freq.
45-66%
of time
Contin.
67-100%
of time
EQUIPMENT USE & OPERATION
Motor Vehicles
Operate Foot Pedals
WORK WITH/NEAR
Machinery
Electricity
Power Tools
Impact Tools
Chemicals
Fumes
Heights
ENVIRONMENT
Indoors
Outdoors
Extreme Heat
Extreme Cold
Dusty
Excessive Noise
Other (explain)
Sit
Stand
Walk
VISION REQUIREMENTS
Depth Perception
Less than 20 Inches
Color Vision
Peripheral Vision
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS (including clarification of any of the above) Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required of the job holder based upon business needs and at the request of Facility. CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT 1/1/2020
JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
I have received a copy of the job description for the position I am being offered / for my current position: Job Title: CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT Department: Approved Date: 1/1/2020 Revised Date: 1/1/2020
I have read this job description (or had it read to me) and I completely understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or the HR department.
I further understand that future performance evaluations and merit increases to my pay are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description to the satisfaction of my immediate supervisor. I understand that I am an employee at will and this job description and my acknowledgement of it does not constitute an employment contract. I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form.
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